Mathematics Interventionist

Illinois Education Job Bank; Oak Park, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Illinois Education Job Bank in Illinois seeks a dedicated Mathematics teacher to plan and deliver intensive, small-group instruction aligned with standards, using research-based interventions and the Common Core Math Practices.

You will assess student progress, collaborate with grade-level teams, communicate with families, and participate in district initiatives while maintaining a safe, equitable learning environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois license with Math endorsement required.
• Computer Science endorsement preferred.
• Experience planning intensive interventions for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and instruct students needing intensive, small-group math instruction.
• Develop intervention plans to accelerate learning to meet grade standards.
• Administer and interpret assessments to monitor progress.
• Collaborate with department and support staff to ensure equitable instruction.
• Communicate progress with families and document student growth.
• Contribute to district-wide curriculum planning and safety in labs.

Skills

Math instruction

Assessment

Curriculum planning

Collaboration

Classroom management

Equity focus

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (Math endorsement)

Computer Science endorsement preferred

Job description

• Plan and instruct students needing intensive, small group instruction to meet academic standards in Mathematics.
• Develop research-based intervention plans for students with the goal of accelerating learning to meet grade level standards..
• Provide intensive, intervention instruction incorporating the Common Core Eight Mathematical Practices.
• Enrich or modify lessons, curriculum, materials and resources as needed to meet individual student needs and varying levels of progress.
• Conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress. Administer standardized assessments as directed. Interpret student assessment data for application of instructional methods and monitoring of student progress.
• Review student progress via assessments, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies to ensure student success and growth.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with parents and students regarding progress.
• Meet regularly and work collaboratively with other departmental teachers and support teachers to plan equitable instruction across all classrooms of the same subject.
• Meet regularly with support teachers, teacher assistants, and other support staff to discuss individual student’s modifications or adaptations, ongoing learning issues, interventions or problems. Work collaboratively to ensure individual student’s needs are met.
• Assign work, instructions or lessons to substitutes and/or student teachers.
• Actively participate on various building and District teams or committees.
• Set clear expectations for class and manage classroom and school environment applying positive behavioral supports and interventions as needed.
• Collaborate with other staff in planning, modifying, enhancing and implementing curriculum and district objectives.
• Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment. Inform students of safety concerns in all laboratory situations and assure their safety through supervision.
• Act as a role model by encouraging appropriate behaviors that lead to social, emotional, and physical development
• Enforce and support school policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.
• Participate in staff development and school improvement activities in order to maintain professional growth. Plan and incorporate best practices or new strategies.
• Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day such as orientation, open houses, conferences, and/or division meetings.
• Observe the professional day and maintain positive professional relations with colleagues.
• Hold high expectations for all students and demonstrate a deep belief that all students can learn and succeed.
• Communicate openly with students, staff, parents and other stakeholders regarding student’s achievement and progress in the classroom.
• Commit to equity and eliminating systemic obstacles for students of color.
• Extend the school day for our students through supervision of extracurricular activities in STEM, Athletics, and/or other activities.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator’s License with Math endorsement.
• Computer Science endorsement preferred.

Salary/Benefits

Per Faculty Senate collective bargaining agreement, initial placement on the salary schedule between BA and MA+60 depending on the educational level, and Step 1 and 5 depending on experience. Includes full benefits package.